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City Council Meeting 8/18/26

Coon Rapids City CouncilWednesday, August 19, 2026
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Approval of meeting minutes (Aug 3 and Aug 14, 2026)

Gambling expense report review (Jan-June 2026)

Resolution 26-82: Public hearing for easement vacation at Rapids Industrial

Resolution 26-83: Public hearing for sewer easement vacation at 2831 113th Ave NW

Electronic payment schedule review

Third amendment to purchase agreement for 2831 113th Ave NW

Access agreement with CB Pine Point LLC for project 18-26

Resolution 84-26: Amendment to 2026 city fee schedule for Ice Center

2026-2027 Ice Center user contracts

Amendment to Chapter 5-200 regarding liquor licensing

Amendment to Chapter 5-3100 regarding cannabis business licensing

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Votes (3)

Adopt agenda

PassedUnanimous

Moved by Geisler · Seconded by Butler

Approve third amendment to purchase agreement for 2831 113th Ave NW

PassedUnanimous

Moved by Butler · Seconded by Geisler

Adopt Resolution 84-26 (Fee Schedule)

PassedUnanimous

Moved by Butler · Seconded by Geisler

Notable Quotes (2)

We are a little optimistic that we might close the deal by the end of August. We are asking for an extension until October 23.

— Mr. Rust
Purchase Agreement AmendmentDiscussing the real estate closing for 2831 113th Ave NW.

It is good to see opportunities to see how we can simplify licenses when things are redundant or outdated.

— Councilmember Butler
Liquor LicensingThanking Ms. Linsmeier for ordinance streamlining.

People (6)

Mayor CookMayor

Presiding over the city council meeting.

Councilmember ButlerCouncilmember

Active participant in motions and discussions.

Councilmember GeislerCouncilmember

Frequently moves and seconds agenda items.

Ms. RingsStaff Member

Presented Ice Center fee structures and user contracts.

Ms. LinsmeierStaff Member

Presented amendments to liquor and cannabis ordinances.

Kevin StantonCitizen

Addressed council during Open Mic regarding past police interactions.

1 quote

“I need the city council to turn the matter over to the FBI so they can investigate the police department.”

Requesting federal intervention regarding his 2017 arrest.

Places Mentioned

Rapids Industrial2831 113th Ave NWFire Station No. 3 (Old Site)Hansen Street BridgeFamily Center Mall (2891 Coon Rapids Blvd)Coon Rapids Ice Center

Events & Meetings (4)

  • August 18, 2026: Regular City Council Meeting
  • August 3, 2026: Meeting Minutes Date
  • August 14, 2026: Special Election Meeting
  • September 15, 2026: Scheduled Public Hearings for easement vacations

Ordinances & Resolutions (3)

26-82

Calls for a public hearing on September 15, 2026, to vacate drainage and utility easements at Rapids Industrial.

26-83

Calls for a public hearing on September 15, 2026, to vacate sewer easements at 2831 113th Ave NW.

84-26

Amends 2026 city fee schedule specifically for Coon Rapids Ice Center rates.

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